Veterinary Technician Schools in Texas - TX

The large state of Texas is well known for the horse and cattle population, and therefore opportunities for employment as a veterinary technician. There are many small animal clinics throughout the state that employ veterinary technicians as well. The major cities of Dallas, Houston, and Fort Worth are popular venues for employment as a veterinary technician.  In Texas, vet tech schools prepare graduates with all the expertise needed to provide clients and their beloved pets with veterinary care that is second-to-none.

Continuing Education for Veterinary Technicians

Vet Techs are required to obtain 5 hours/year of continuing education. Proof of attendance must be submitted each year with renewal fees. Programs around the state are offered for technicians as well as national conferences. Possible sources for continuing education for RVTs are supplied with RVT renewals as well as listings on the TARVT website.

Many state Veterinary Medical Associations as well as State Veterinary Technician Associations organize very good continuing education seminars on an annual (or more frequent) basis. Contacting neighboring states for continuing education seminar information will provide more options for veterinary technicians.

Veterinary Technician Associations in Texas

Texas Association of Registered Veterinary Technicians – This is an organization formed to promote veterinary technicians and the profession of veterinary technology in Texas. This group represents veterinary technicians in matters associated with the Texas Veterinary Medical Association as well as in legislative matters that may affect veterinary technicians. TARVT also strives to educate the general public about healthy care for pets. www.tarvt.org

Texas Veterinary Medical Association - This is an association that was formed to represent the veterinarians of Texas but they also have an interest in the promotion of the RVT credential and the role they play in providing quality care to the pets. Currently this group is responsible for granting registration to veterinary technicians. www.tvma.org

Through campus based and online programs, aspiring Veterinary Techs in Houston, Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth, El Paso, Arlington, Corpus Christi, Plano, Laredo, Lubbock and Amarillo, Texas can prepare themselves for careers at some of the best animal hospitals and facilities in the country.